Today, Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded more than $2.7 million to help 28 school districts and state colleges purchase industry-standard equipment for career and technical education (CTE) programs across Florida. The Escambia County…
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Saturday Time Changes
Due to the likelihood of rain on Saturday evening, events are starting earlier tomorrow. The University of West Florida has moved up the kickoff for its football with West Alabama to 2…
Real News podcasts: Friday, Oct. 28, 2022
DIB executive director Walker Wilson joined us for another Friday and provided updates on Foo Foo Fest and DIB’s holiday promotions. ABC News’ Jason Nathanson covers “The White Lotus” Season 2, “Til,”…
Breaking: HCA Florida West extends Baker Act deadline
HCA Florida West notified Inweekly that it will continue taking care of adult Baker Act patients past the 90-day period set in August. Hospital officials are pleased to see all the mental…
Real News podcasts: Thursday, Oct. 27
Rebekah Jones discusses the VA and other issues that she has heard from voters. Tim Kinsella gives an update on the mayoral transition team. Councilman Delarian Wiggins discusses his plans for District…
Commission on Ethics sends Underhill report to Gov. DeSantis
The Florida Commission on Ethics has sent its full report on the ethics violations of Escambia County Commissioner Doug Underhill, which included the recommendation to remove him from office. Text of Cover…
Safe and fair elections
Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford discusses the important role that poll workers plan in our election process. ABC News reporter Aaron Katersky reports on the allegations of voter intimidation in…
2022 City Resident Satisfaction Survey [podcast]
The City of Pensacola has completed the 2022 Resident Satisfaction Survey, gathering valuable feedback from residents about areas of success with city services and identifying opportunities for improvement. A total of 1,133 residents completed the online survey to provide…
A look at City Charter amendments
Councilwoman Jennifer Brahier reviews the five city charter amendments on the ballot. You can follow along with this: Question No. 1: Shall the Charter be amended to delete, add or revise provisions…
Elections officials grapple with misinformation, myths
By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — First came a contagion of disbelief in election results. Then, a surge of public-records requests seeking details such as voting-system security processes….
Tate football field to be dedicated to Coach Madison
GONZALEZ, Fla. — On Friday, the field at Tate High School will be dedicated to legendary coach Carl Madison. The event is slated to begin on the field at 6:45 p.m., just…
Real News podcasts: Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022
Pensacola International Airport’s Matt Coughlin discusses the plans to expand the airport over the next three-five years. Rachel Gillette previews the 2022 EntreCon. Michael Morgan has the details for the 2022 Halloween…